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After Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822), the well-proportioned and crisply cast plaster models of recumbent lions, both sleeping, one finished in terracotta and raised on a serpentine marble plinth, the other in plain plaster, and both surviving from the late twentieth century.
The sculptures have no major flaws and no cracks or restoration present.
These lions were originally sculpted by Antonio Canova (Italian, 1757-1822) as a pair in a larger scale for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work. Here we have two sleeping examples.
Great value pieces for the mantlepiece.
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The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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The sculptures have no major flaws and no cracks or restoration present.
These lions were originally sculpted by Antonio Canova (Italian, 1757-1822) as a pair in a larger scale for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work. Here we have two sleeping examples.
Great value pieces for the mantlepiece.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 10/FEB/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free UK Shipping.
Category Busts and Figures
Date c.1995
1990s Antiques Material Plaster
Origin English
Item code as155a2252 / 2389a
Status Sold
£275.00 
$340.73 
€330.30 

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Conversion rates as of 10/FEB/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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